as in hairstyles
a style or arrangement of hair
he hopes the new haircut will make him look more mature for the job interview
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Recent Examples of haircuts
In fact, Martínez speaks with pride about the fact that, over the past couple of years, Alcaraz has gone to him exclusively for his haircuts.
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Jamie Barton, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025
Two slack-jawed, bare- foot drummers are wailing a caveman beat in unison—their syncopation and their short, efficient haircuts mark them as obvious members of a cult.
—Pat Blashill, Rolling Stone, 28 Aug. 2025
Wright loves low Afro haircuts, comb coils, as well as wash-and-gos, for short and fine hair.
—Ashley Alese Edwards, Glamour, 26 Aug. 2025
Melara checks for infractions such as shirts missing a monogram or name tag, dirty shoes and long haircuts.
—Reuters, NBC news, 22 Aug. 2025
Also, kids can get free back-to-school haircuts, and adults can enjoy a special menu of cocktails.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2025
The Kids Zone is free and activities include slides, basketball, face painting, free haircuts and a backpack giveaway.
—Annie Alleman, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2025
Highlights include free services and giveaways including groceries, diapers, backpacks, clothing, haircuts and more.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Aug. 2025
From the second half of 2026, bonds exposed to higher transition risk, whether due to sector, issuer, or maturity profile, will face valuation haircuts.
—Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Jamie Barton, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025
Two slack-jawed, bare- foot drummers are wailing a caveman beat in unison—their syncopation and their short, efficient haircuts mark them as obvious members of a cult.
—Pat Blashill, Rolling Stone, 28 Aug. 2025
Wright loves low Afro haircuts, comb coils, as well as wash-and-gos, for short and fine hair.
—Ashley Alese Edwards, Glamour, 26 Aug. 2025
Melara checks for infractions such as shirts missing a monogram or name tag, dirty shoes and long haircuts.
—Reuters, NBC news, 22 Aug. 2025
Also, kids can get free back-to-school haircuts, and adults can enjoy a special menu of cocktails.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2025
The Kids Zone is free and activities include slides, basketball, face painting, free haircuts and a backpack giveaway.
—Annie Alleman, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2025
Highlights include free services and giveaways including groceries, diapers, backpacks, clothing, haircuts and more.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Aug. 2025
From the second half of 2026, bonds exposed to higher transition risk, whether due to sector, issuer, or maturity profile, will face valuation haircuts.
—Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for haircuts
Noun
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In the clip, Cardi can be seen showcasing the collectible designs, each spotlighting her in the hairstyles and ensembles that had social media buzzing during the proceedings.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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Many others on social media also referenced McCain's polarizing hairstyles during her time on The View, as per Page Six.—
Emma Marsden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Idomeneo himself appears as a park ranger, complete with Greek motifs on his shorts, while other cast members parade in sailor outfits and bouffant hairdos.—
Sheila Regan,
Twin Cities,
22 Aug. 2025
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Yet, Nancy Wilson also spoke a bit, recalling the band’s questionable hairdos and other memories from the MTV-slick ’80s.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
12 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Colorado is also considering cuts due to cost overruns.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Sep. 2025
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In his day job, Qadeer works in tech sales, an industry that is facing cuts to its workforce.—
Ramishah Maruf,
CNN Money,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Haircuts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/haircuts. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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